Saber Interactive has responded to claims regarding its upcoming PC title, Rideshare Stimulator, addressing statements made by former lead writer Stella Sacco regarding the use of generative AI during development.
Quick Facts
- Game: Rideshare Stimulator (PC via Steam)
- Developer: Saber Interactive
- Development Update: Saber denies replacing writers with ChatGPT
- AI Usage: Saber confirms AI will be used for dialogue due to an infinite number of passengers
Writer Claims and Studio Denial
Former lead writer Stella Sacco stated on Bluesky that she was replaced on the project by ChatGPT. Following the statement, Saber Interactive denied the claim. The studio stated that no writers were replaced with AI for Rideshare Stimulator or any other game.
At the same time, Saber acknowledged that it intends to utilize AI for dialogue generation moving forward. According to the studio, this approach is necessary because the number of passengers featured in the driving game is infinite.
Trailer Details
The discussion around Rideshare Stimulator surfaced alongside the release of the game's trailer. Alongside the AI discussion, Saber CEO Matthew Karch confirmed that the trailer features a hidden jab directed at Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford, stemming from prior public comments regarding Embracer.